yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
I ordered one from Amazon, should be getting here by Friday the latest, I'll report back. :)
[Vibrant Accessories] jrafael:
Please don't forget, I have a rev1 camera and really want to get rev2
[Vibrant Accessories] granduke:
Cool. Will aprreciate it.

I've got that camera waiting in my "Saved for Later".

If it does have the banding, this occurs in the rear not the FFC, right?

Don't really care if it happens in the FFC, but don't want to mess up the main.
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Yeah, will check if it's a rev2, or not. I'll let you know. :)

I missed the 'Quote' button and gave you a thanks, ahah. :p

I'm not really sure, I'm trying to dig up all the old FFC threads, because there's really no support for it anymore, but I'll figure things out and let you guys know.

I'm on CM7, hopefully I find the camera hack for it.
[Vibrant Accessories] misteryibox:
tried the ffc files you posted on the other forum on d9rc3... no bueno. still get camera fail

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oh and... how am i supposed to know if its rev1 or 2?
[Vibrant Accessories] Nabeel10:
So where exactly can you get a cheap rev 2 camera?

Sent from my Vibrant
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
I'm not sure.. camera hasn't gotten Herr, should get here tomorrow or Friday, if it's a rev2, I'll let you know.
[Vibrant Accessories] Nabeel10:
Okay cool

Sent from my Vibrant
[Vibrant Accessories] dseldown:
You get what you pay for

Look, its a no brainer, yes Mobile Tech is a bit pricier, but, I can tell you from personal experience, that I did the Mod twice, 1st time with a V.1 camera= so-so results, lots of banding.

Then I got one from Josh at MTech, a V.2 what a difference, especially in low light situations!

So again its a no brainer, If you buy from Amazon, its a computer item to them, and they wont give any latitude on that at all!

So your cost for shipping starts at $7.99 =.65= a total of $8.64 then add $14.99 for purchase and its now= $23.63 Plus I guarantee its a V1 camera at that price.

Now Josh sells for $45.00 that Includes shipping, so subtotal 45-8.64= $36.36 So for an additional $13.00 you get a guaranteed V2 camera that's fresh made. Plus he backs his products up.

Saving a few dollars is foolish when ensures a quality upgrade to the vibrant. However if your doing this Mod in batches and for other people or family and you don't care about quality then buy the cheap ones from amazon, and then it'll be over $25 and shipping is free!.

Point is if your gonna do this Mod for your personal phone and you want quality then get it from Josh at Mobile Tech and get a for sure V2 FFC

All I can say is the V2 is Superior in image quality hands down from the V1 series!!:rolleyes:
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Some people have reported that the Amazon one is a rev2, now of course I can't be sure until I test it. Besides, I wasn't even going to do this FFC mod, the only reason I'm doing it is because my camera decided to die and I figured 'Why the hell not?' :p Now, I get your point, and I completely agree, you get what you pay for.
[Vibrant Accessories] csd181:
It is the same V2 camera that I bought from Josh from Mobile Tech, I am selling currently at the same price. I have never used it because my vibrant had problems with incoming calls. Is anybody interested in buying this camera? Let me know. Thanks
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
So, you're confirming that the Amazon one is indeed a rev2 camera?

Also, same price as who? Amazon or Josh?

If Amazon, let me know, I might be interested.. wouldn't mind having a spare.
[Vibrant Accessories] csd181:
No I bought it from mobile tech for $45.
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Oh, I thought you said that the Amazon one is the same as the Mobile Tech one.. you got me excited. :p
[Vibrant Accessories] csd181:
Interesting, you have sensation.

Bro sorry did not buy it from amazon.
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
No problem, I'll have to wait and see for myself. :)
[Vibrant Accessories] dseldown:
Hey, If the Amazon ones are truly V2 FFC's, then that's an incredible bargain, and I myself would pick up one as an extra backup, because I don't see any need to go to a Nexus, or newer phone! This Vibrant's, been proving itself with performance equal to or still exceeding the newer dual core processor ones, because the ROMS that keep coming out for it from here. "XDA". Continue to drive this phone's capabilities as a top performer, even though, the uninformed have dismissed it as an acquainted piece of Hardware, simply because of chronological time passages! Kinda like a Chevy 350CI V8, that exceeded everybody's projected life span as a competitor because of anticipated better engines, that never came around till much later! LOL
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Check this out..

This is the Mobile Tech picture of it: http://mobiletechvideos.mybigcommerce.com/product_images/w/144/ffc__55524_zoom.JPG

This is the wholesale gadget one (Amazon one):

https://www.wholesalegadgetparts.com/images/P/SA00377a.png

Looks the same. D:
[Vibrant Accessories] Nabeel10:
I'm just gonna wait for your confirmation that they're v2 theexel.

Sent from my Vibrant
[Vibrant Accessories] granduke:
theexel,

If it is a ver. 1 are you still going to do the install?

And you are now on ICS, right?
[Vibrant Accessories] coolairG1:
Same here, I bought it $45 from Mobile Tech, but never used it. I got my rim cracked after installed the V1 camera, so I don't want to open up my phone again. I have had the V2 for awhile but never used. If anyone need it, let me know in PM
[Vibrant Accessories] dseldown:
Nice Find on FFC!!

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Well then if amazon or the Gadet Place both have V2 FFC's at $14.99 and $17.99:eek:

Then to me Id diffidently buy the cheapest one, because they are all the same manufacturer I assume.

The only reason I suggested TechMobile, was because up till this moment, I hadn't found anybody else that was offering Verifiable V2 FFC's !!

Even though, I still considered $45 a bit strong, It was the only option till now!!

Sorry Josh, I know you got a brand new baby, and are trying to provide for your family, but times are tough everywhere, so Ill guess were all gonna order one from Amazon if they can provide proof they have the V2 FFC's otherwise Its GO GO Gadget ,either one of them are offering excellent prices for V2 FFC's. ;):D

So again nice find theexcel, Well done Bro!!
[Vibrant Accessories] WhiteBoyAwesome:
whats the difficulty of installing a ffc on a 10 scale?
[Vibrant Accessories] jrafael:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkP-RrKxq1A

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jCFe2qSQZGA
[Vibrant Accessories] Hamiltonzth:
4-5ish if you're not clumsy.
[Vibrant Accessories] anthonys2r:
I have the rev2 camera. Here my experience from it (that is RARELY mentioned)

1. as stated, it doesnt have any banding issues with the rear camera, HOWEVER, it does put a yellow tint to the center of the picture. In addition, it does not focus nearly as well as the original camera.

2. the camera is a HUGE battery drain. i tried this on the most reliable battery rom out there (bionix 1.3.1) and it STILL drained my battery like no other (with the same usage with ffc camera, it knocked off about 2 hours of battery life).

As a result, after having the ffc mod for 2 month, i took it out because the lack of focus'ed pictures and the battery drain was way to much for me to overcome just to have a ffc. Hope this helps those who seek a rev2 ffc camera.

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The hardest is probably wiping the black paint off, but thats more of a patience thing than difficulty. Second hardest would be focusing the camera so its just right.
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
I'm going to make a thread with reliable and accurate information.

There's a bunch of threads that don't explain anything. >.>

Should be getting my camera tomorrow.
[Vibrant Accessories] dseldown:
Camera's have to be taught and supported

Exactly theexcel, Please do!!

Personally I've never had any issues with battery drain, after all, how long a period does a camera session run??? The poster above acts like he uses it as if he's doing a photo-shoot for sports unlimited swim suit edition! Common get real, plus u can disable the camera in APP control if ya feel like it till next times use scenario!

As far as this yellow issue, never ever saw that in my V2 install, and or the focus part issue. Because I set up the contrast/Hue/and Color correctly, Its is the one thing ya gotta do to set your camera up to initiate quickly, also the type of SW you install, meaning different MOD's for the camera can have alot of different variables in how it acts, the HW itself is a constant given, the SW is the one and only true variable that either creates a smooth interface with it, or becomes frustrating to others.

So when theexcel posts this camera thread with the info many seem to need, y'all will notice, that like many other apps, ya gotta learn procedure to fully utilize them and get the maximum effectiveness they are capable of, otherwise its a premature popping off about something that's supposedly failing, when in reality its operator error! ;)
[Vibrant Accessories] misteryibox:
what does hw and sw mean?
[Vibrant Accessories] JJMT:
+1

Requires considerable patience. It goes on forever without any visible effect. I followed the instructions and I think it took well over an hour to clean the paint off. In the end, though, the little round hole was perfect.
[Vibrant Accessories] csd181:
Check the video from mobile tech on how to take the paint off. They recommend goo gone. Here is the link.

http://www.mobiletechvideos.com/blog/2011/02/13/samsung-vibrant-front-facing-mod-video-live/
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Ahah, took me about 45 minutes to make the hole..

I didn't have any fancy tools to use.

I used alcohol and nail polish remover. A small screw driver and hair clip.

Hole looks good, though. :)
[Vibrant Accessories] Nabeel10:
Wait, so is the FCC from Amazon v2?

Sent from my Vibrant
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
It's not here yet, still being shipped.

I think it'll be here early next week, as it's the holidays.
[Vibrant Accessories] dseldown:
FFC Clarification

HW= means Hardware SW=means Software :rolleyes:

And as far as taking an hour to remove the paint, id have to say that's pretty extreme!

However I've done this Mod twice, and nail polish remover, Q-tips and a a tooth-pick is all that's needed, The nail polish remover softens up the paint, and the tooth pick I use to pick it out in a softened mode, most of it twirls onto the tooth pick, otherwise it would take an hour just using a Q-tip alone!!

If You do that way and you can have it all removed in about 5 mins, 10 tops, and that includes taking some alcohol afterward with a Q-tip to remove any solvent film left over from the nail polish, so the lens is good and clean, otherwise no camera no matter how good it is, will give you good pic's, then as a final procedure I take dry Q-tip and again make sure the lens is good and clean, I hold it up to light or outside light and site thru it to see if there are any imperfections left, and good clarity, and if there is any residue left, I continue with the alcohol one more time, and repeat!

Then Finnish up by drying it up with a Q-tip and and then a dry Q-tip polish for the lens, then do another clarity check, until its perfect, then just reassemble the phone.

One more thing while you have the phone apart, why not address the GPS contact issue, especially if your GPS isn't really receiving well!!

:cool:
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Still waiting..
[Vibrant Accessories] granduke:
Not today either?
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Nopes, tomorrow is what it said would be the latest, so if it's not here tomorrow, definitely firing off an email. Although, I spoke with them before, they reply in a timely matter and are great with support.
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Update:
[Vibrant Accessories] jrafael:
The drama it's killing me, like mexican soap opera.
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Well, I just confirmed they shipped it again.

Already on its way. :)
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
After a long wait.. it's here!

Seeing how I can get this working.

I already installed it, but with CM7, I got a Camera FC, going to flash back to stock and see what I do.
[Vibrant Accessories] dseldown:
Days Of our FFC

You crack me up BRO!! LMAO :] :D

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What version did they send you, after all, that's what this cliff hanger dramma been about, to ascertain whether its a v1 OR v2 FFC from amazon!!:confused:
[Vibrant Accessories] Xenoism:
Just got the one I ordered from the whole sale gadgets place that was linked....the picture they provide is a rev 2 but the sent a v1...total bummer. What's the major difference between the two?
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
You sure it's a v1? I'm pretty sure I got a rev2.
[Vibrant Accessories] tnimoruen:
Hey Xenoism, did you get your cam from this link: https://www.wholesalegadgetparts.com/product.php?productid=17812&cat=750&page=1 or from the link to Amazon?

Same question goes to you theexel. Thanks, guys.
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
I know they're different pictures, the one from wholesalegadgetparts and Amazon, but they're the same camera.

Proof:

As for it being a rev2, I'm not sure yet.. let me mess around with it, I can't get the rear camera to show at the moment. This is on ICS, Front facing camera works, but not rear.. going to flash a few other ROMs and see.

I'll post all the information I have soon. :)
[Vibrant Accessories] tnimoruen:
I appreciate the info, theexel. Please, keep us posted. I have the 2 cams in my cart but I want to make sure they are the V2 bc I've been burned once before :-P
[Vibrant Accessories] Xenoism:
Yes, from that link and I am about 90% sure it is. Says v1.01 if I'm not mistaken. Going to check again when I'm home from work
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Will do, stay tuned!
[Vibrant Accessories] tnimoruen:
And the soap opera continues... LOL
[Vibrant Accessories] Xenoism:
Okay, the FFC sold from this link:

https://www.wholesalegadgetparts.com/product.php?productid=17812&cat=750&page=1

is definitely a v1 not Rev2 -- I installed mine anyway, but not being able to rotate is bothersome >< (Always sideways lol) I may refund it (or see if they can exchange it for a rev2) and buy a legit one from a more reputable source ^^
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Mine isn't sideways, and has no banding, pretty sure its a rev2, I'll confirm after more testing. :p
[Vibrant Accessories] jrafael:
Try some low light pictures with the rear cam to see if there is banding.

I unistalled my rev1 because of this (got mine of ebay for ~$25 shipped)

I don't want to get burned again.
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Alright guys.. so, I can't confirm that this is indeed a rev2 because my rear camera doesn't work. I don't think it's because of the FFC, because like I stated before, the whole reason I did this mod was because my camera didn't work, it always said 'Camera Failed.' So, anyway.. I installed the camera..

Camera would FC on;

Stock + FFC

Bionix + FFC

CM7 + FFC

Rear camera doesn't work but FFC works on;

MIUI + FFC

ICS

They accidently sent out two cameras to me. (lol)

So, I have a spare one. ;D
[Vibrant Accessories] granduke:
I imagine this is a v.1.

But I'll still order from Amazon anyway I'm thinking.

Rarely use the Rear Camera anyway so if I lose it, no great deal.
[Vibrant Accessories] Xenoism:
The wholesale gadgets people sent me an email saying they only sell Rev2s

so I somehow got a v1 by mistake, they are replacing it ^^
[Vibrant Accessories] tnimoruen:
Hey there, xenoism. They emailed me the same information so I bought an FFC from them. At least now I have confirmation from 2 different independent sources. Good luck to us :-)
[Vibrant Accessories] gilbertbold:
i buy a FFC from a seller of ebay and the cam is Rev. 2 and have banding :(

http://www.ebay.com/itm/US-Samsung-i9000-Galaxy-S-Photo-Camera-Picture-Flex-Ribbon-Replacement-Parts-OEM-/230717218528?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35b7d15ee0#ht_2969wt_698
[Vibrant Accessories] Xenoism:
I just received it, and installed it....it is indeed a rev2! :)

Works like magic too. Good deal.
[Vibrant Accessories] jrafael:
Really? Wow!! Thats awesome, Can you upload some low light shots taken with the rear cam.
[Vibrant Accessories] gilbertbold:
so what if say's Rev.2 and have banding problems?
[Vibrant Accessories] tnimoruen:
Thanks again for the confirmation, Xenoism. You give me peace of mind :-P A good deal, indeed! Enjoy it!
[Vibrant Accessories] Nabeel10:
Just wanna confirm, but the FFC camera in that link is rev2 right?

Sent from my Vibrant
[Vibrant Accessories] tnimoruen:
Apparently it is. He initially reported he got the v1 but the company said it was an error and they sent him a v2. In his last post, Xenoism said it was working as it should.
[Vibrant Accessories] tnimoruen:
I received my 2 FFCs from the amazon link and even though they promised by email that they were rev2 and that the FFCs say they are rev2 I still experience the banding problem with both of them but not with the original. I'm using Passion v10. Any ideas?
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
How bad is the banding? Post a picture.
[Vibrant Accessories] gilbertbold:
no light

low light
[Vibrant Accessories] jrafael:
Yep, that's rev1 cam. sorry you got burned.
[Vibrant Accessories] Nabeel10:
How can we patch up the hole we made for the FFC? Black nail polish?

Sent from my Vibrant
[Vibrant Accessories] Xenoism:
Sure, here is a picture of a cup in very low light ^^
[Vibrant Accessories] Nabeel10:
I purchased the FFC from wholesale gadgets like you did, and the rear camera has banding but the ffc doesn't. The ribbon on the Camera ribbon says V2, but then there's Banding on rear camera :(

Sent from my Vibrant
[Vibrant Accessories] jrafael:
It looks very good, were did you get yours from ?,

I purchased one from ebay ~$24 and says rev2 in the ribbon cable is still a rev1 (low light banding), I would like to purchase a "real" rev2 cam for cheap.
[Vibrant Accessories] gilbertbold:
I have same issue rainbow say's REv2 and the back camera have banding
[Vibrant Accessories] jrafael:
Banding=rev1

Learned the hardway
[Vibrant Accessories] HaloMediaz:
I installed the camera yesterday from the amazon link.( the one that came from wholesale gadgets).

Whats the difference between rev1 and 2? My Front + back work perfectly.
[Vibrant Accessories] gilbertbold:
Rev 1 = Banding

Rev 2 = no banding
[Vibrant Accessories] kentot:
I just ordered from Amazon. Wish me luck. I have the first one but could not stand the banding on the rear camera and the ****ty pics of my kids that would come out. Back to stock until this comes in. I'll report back with what I get.

Sent from my full of Passion Vibrant
[Vibrant Accessories] N00B_IN_N33D:
Lol, I read through 7 pages of this thread just to be told that...

Sent from my SGH-T959 (Samsung Vibrant)
[Vibrant Accessories] Exel:
Lmao, my hardware on my Vibrant was dijfsiodjf, so it never read my rear camera. :p
[Vibrant Accessories] kentot:
My order was refunded from Amazon. "Out of stock" =\
[Vibrant Accessories] df186:
I too picked one up from eBay... Works like a charm... Fits great.. only issue is that after I removed the back cover.. my navigation buttons don't work... Niether does my vibration... I tried everything I could think of... Any ideas?*???
[Vibrant Accessories] denn1812:
I bought here ebay.com/itm/110794337211?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p398 4.m1497.l2649#ht_1784wt_1185

and then installed and i had banding which means it's fake(((going to send it back..

I believe this seller is same as wholesalegadgetparts.com

so dont buy here.

So what about parts4repair? have anyone bought yet? or where else should i buy? thanks
[Vibrant Accessories] tabbers:
I got mine from MobileTechVideos.com there is even an excellent video on how to install it. The camera was $45.00 but it arrived in 2 days with free shipping and works great. And no I don't work for them just a good little company that satisfied me.
[Vibrant Accessories] wowo1110:
MobileTechVideos.com

Was thinking about buying one , but don't see the point
[Vibrant Accessories] foxtroop11:
I just received the FFC from the MobileTechVideos.com site. No issues opening up the Vibrant, but after powering on with a newer CM9 Nightly 9-20120406 no option to use the FFC but back works fine.

I messed around with the camera and see no option to activate the FFC. I'm confident something needs added and have already spent over an hour looking at google only to really find mention of ICS Passion.

Can someone explain what files I need to pull from somewhere to get this to work on CM9. I'm currently stationed in Germany and trying to use the phone to talk with someone.

By the way... 911 is not needed here in Germany :)
[Vibrant Accessories] foxtroop11:
Since I can't post in the dev section for CM9 I guess I'll just post here. I finally came across this on my own,

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=23411279&postcount=587

Grabbed the two files that someone was nice enough to post, used the root file explorer, copied them over the old files, changed permissions and rebooted the phone.

The camera I ordered is working fine now, but I think I will have to disassemble the phone and adjust the black focus ring on the front camera since it's blurry.

Hope this helps someone else...

p.s running the latest nightly of CM9 at the time of this post.
[Samsung Infuse 4G] Infus10n:
I am running Cyanogenmod 7.1.0 on the Infuse 4g and was wondering since it has a similar build to MIUI, if i can create nandroid backups of both and restore them interchangeably. So, since I am running cm7, i would create a nandroid backup then flash MIUI. I would install apps and customize it to the way i want, then create a nandroid backup. Would I be able to go between the two whenever I want after that?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Mortem Tuam:
Hi peeps.

Just wanted to introduce myself and in general say hello to the SkyRocket community.

My Captivate finally keeled over and my new Skyrocket will be in hand on Monday. I am an experienced Android owner and have had my hand in gfxs work for the Samsung Captivate. Currently I am on the Dev team The Collective which has several ROMs out for the Captivate and Inspire 4G.

Hope to bring some experience over here to this forum and am more than happy to help out whenever I can.

I do lots of custom wallpapers, docks, icons and such but recently have also been doing themes.

Glad to be a part of this new community and I hope I can learn much from this forum.

Thanks

MT:cool:

check out my threads

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1113444

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1343046

http://mortemtuam.weebly.com/
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] silver03wrx:
welcome,, nice to have you on our forums
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] cdshepherd:
Great to see you here. I came from inspire.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Mortem Tuam:
Thanks for the welcome.

Excited to get my new hardware :)

I will probably wait a bit before I root and rom but still excited to get it in hand. :cool:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] draztikrhymez:
Welcome, I'll be a new owner on Monday as well.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] shansmi:
Welcome!

:-)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] Mortem Tuam:
Can't wait to play with the Skyrocket. But gonna have to wait until after work on Monday! The humanity!! :p

Sent from my Taboony powered Iconia.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II Skyrocket SGH-I727] shansmi:
root it first then update it 2.3.6... you'll be happy.
[myTouch 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] perhac89:
Okay so I flashed a rom and im stuck in a bootloop, but I cant get into recovery to restore a nandroid. My power button receded so as soon as I put in a battery it immediately turns on. But if i go into bootloader, not the power button nor the volume keys will work. So I cant get into recovery that way. Is there any other way like with adb in bootloader? Or am i screwed lol.

Thanks in advance for help, I could really use it.